Posts Tagged ‘curved glass block shower’

Project Spotlight: Converting a Closet into an Accessible Roll In or Walk in Shower

Friday, December 23rd, 2011
Glass block curved shower wall

Glass block curved shower wall for an accessible design

When Cleveland Design & Remodeling division was approached by Bob Armstrong of Master Stone Crafters to create a shower out of an existing walk in closet the project had a familiar theme to it. Bob’s potential customer was not only looking to update an existing cramped bathroom (which currently had a tub/shower combo with a larger walk in closet) but they wanted to make it cool looking and safe for elderly family members who visit their home. Some of the requirements the customer had for this project included:

 

  • Creating a large walk in shower (up to 6 foot by 8 foot) that could be used from a seated (roll in shower) or standing position.
  • Finding a way to create storage in the bathroom for clothing that could not be stored in the walk closet anymore.
  • Have a sleek contemporary look that was also safe for their visitors.
  • Make the shower as maintenance free and waterproof as possible.
  • Add updated shower features to make a more relaxing showering experience.

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Get rid of old dated colors in your 1960’s small bathroom – 2 Options to dress up your space without breaking the bank

Friday, October 29th, 2010
Acrylic bathtub and wall surrounds
Acrylic bathtub liner and wall surrounds lining over an old steel tub and tile walls
Tub space converted into a glass block shower
Tub removed and space converted into a glass block walk in shower

Are you just sick and tired of an old outdated color scheme in your 1960’s bathroom? Are you tiles cracked, or are the walls and grout joints deteriorated?  Let’s face it – the 60’s color schemes are over and some of the materials used are not good enough to eliminate mold and mildew from your shower and bathroom space. How can you turn this eyesore into a shower or bathtub space that is functional, cool, and easy to maintain? Here’s 2 options to consider:   Continue reading “Get rid of old dated colors in your 1960’s small bathroom – 2 Options to dress up your space without breaking the bank” »